[Editor: This obituary, regarding Louisa Lawson, was published in The Northern Champion (Taree, NSW), 2 October 1920.] The late Louisa Lawson. (By George Black.) Mrs. Louisa Lawson, who died on the 12th inst., aged 72 years, was well known to me 35 years ago, or more, … [Read more...] about The late Louisa Lawson [by George Black, 2 October 1920]
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Wattle Day: Observance in State schools [5 July 1920]
[Editor: This brief article about Wattle Day was published in The Telegraph (Brisbane, Qld.), 5 July 1920.] Wattle Day. Observance in State schools. The State schools will observe Wattle Day, which has been fixed for Friday, 16th July. In a note to the teachers in … [Read more...] about Wattle Day: Observance in State schools [5 July 1920]
[The daughter of Sir Charles Mackellar] [re Dorothea Mackellar, December 1920]
[Editor: This brief untitled item about Dorothea Mackellar, accompanied by a photograph of her, was published in The Home (Sydney, NSW), December 1920.] [The daughter of Sir Charles Mackellar] [Judith Fletcher — Photo. The daughter of Sir Charles Mackellar, M.D., is … [Read more...] about [The daughter of Sir Charles Mackellar] [re Dorothea Mackellar, December 1920]
Australia’s defence [15 September 1920]
[Editor: This article, about the defence of Australia, was published in The Sydney Mail (Sydney, NSW), 15 September 1920.] Australia’s defence. The defence policy stated in the Commonwealth Parliament last week by the Prime Minister was made with the main principle that … [Read more...] about Australia’s defence [15 September 1920]
Heart of a child [short story by L. E. Homfray, 20 October 1920]
[Editor: This short story by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Mail (Sydney, NSW), 20 October 1920.] Heart of a child. Athol Gordon sat in his study writing, but somehow his thoughts would wander from the manuscript before him to a letter he had received that day … [Read more...] about Heart of a child [short story by L. E. Homfray, 20 October 1920]
The Death Troop [poem by Gerardy, 15 April 1920]
[Editor: This poem was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] The Death Troop I. We have watched the morning sunlight leave Its kiss on the sword and lance, We have yearned for peace on the awesome eve Of a well-planned night … [Read more...] about The Death Troop [poem by Gerardy, 15 April 1920]
The Lesson [sketch by Cecil L. Hartt, 15 April 1920]
[Editor: This sketch by Cecil Hartt (1884-1930), regarding Australianism, was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] The Lesson. AUSTRALIANISM 1 Soulful of Australian Patriotism + 1 Heartful of Australian Pride + 1 Spiritful of … [Read more...] about The Lesson [sketch by Cecil L. Hartt, 15 April 1920]
The swindling of de Mole [15 April 1920]
[Editor: This article, regarding Lancelot Eldin de Mole (1880-1950), was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] The swindling of de Mole. One of the most disgraceful features of the disgraceful treatment given to Tank-inventor Corporal L. … [Read more...] about The swindling of de Mole [15 April 1920]
Dipping the badge [15 April 1920]
[Editor: This article was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] Dipping the badge. There seems to be a tendency among some over-sensitive Diggers to dip the badge. Their reason is that some men are disgracing it — which is a reason … [Read more...] about Dipping the badge [15 April 1920]
Birdy and White [15 April 1920]
[Editor: This article was published in in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] Birdy and White. Aussie has extended an enthusiastic glad-hand to smiling, good-natured Birdy. Everywhere he has been he has received genuine expressions of regard from … [Read more...] about Birdy and White [15 April 1920]
The rough spin the prophet gets in his own country [15 April 1920]
[Editor: This article was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920.] The rough spin the prophet gets in his own country. As to the reason why this moment had been chosen by those in control of “The Times” to improve the service of news from … [Read more...] about The rough spin the prophet gets in his own country [15 April 1920]
Between cobbers [15 April 1920]
[Editor: This article, regarding Australianism, was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920. Aussie was originally an Australian Army periodical published in France (Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine); when its editor returned home, he … [Read more...] about Between cobbers [15 April 1920]
This gives you a tearful introduction to “Aussie” [15 April 1920]
[Editor: This editorial was published in Aussie: The Cheerful Monthly (Sydney, NSW), 15 April 1920. Aussie was originally an Australian Army periodical published in France (Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine); when its editor returned home, he recreated it as a civilian … [Read more...] about This gives you a tearful introduction to “Aussie” [15 April 1920]
To the Sun [poem by P. I. O’Leary, June 1920]
[Editor: This poem by P. I. O’Leary was published in Birth: A Little Journal of Australian Poetry (Melbourne, Vic.), June 1920.] To the Sun Grand egotist that sees us pale and pass, Be not so scornful! Suns when we are gone Will see your fire, as though it never … [Read more...] about To the Sun [poem by P. I. O’Leary, June 1920]
The Blue City [poem by Una Shaw, December 1920]
[Editor: This poem by Una Shaw was published in Birth: A Little Journal of Australian Poetry (Melbourne, Vic.), December 1920.] The Blue City. Canopus, the blue city, Thousands of years away, Slept in the yellow sunlight Through the long day. Canopus, the bright … [Read more...] about The Blue City [poem by Una Shaw, December 1920]
Helen of Troy [poem by Una Shaw, September 1920]
[Editor: This poem by Una Shaw was published in Birth: A Little Journal of Australian Poetry (Melbourne, Vic.), September 1920.] Helen of Troy. I would that Helen had not died So many years ago, For there might still be with us men Who had sweet Helen in their … [Read more...] about Helen of Troy [poem by Una Shaw, September 1920]
Memories [poem by Una Shaw, June 1920]
[Editor: This poem by Una Shaw was published in Birth: A Little Journal of Australian Poetry (Melbourne, Vic.), June 1920.] Memories. I sat in my bare room all night. With seven candles burning bright, Striving to scare away the horde That always share my bed and … [Read more...] about Memories [poem by Una Shaw, June 1920]
To Our Easter Week Dead [poem by P. I. O’Leary, 29 April 1920]
[Editor: This poem by P. I. O’Leary was published in The Advocate (Melbourne, Vic.), 29 April 1920. The poem was written about the Easter Rising in Ireland, also known as the Easter Rebellion, which began on Easter Monday, 24 April 1916, and lasted for six days, until the Irish … [Read more...] about To Our Easter Week Dead [poem by P. I. O’Leary, 29 April 1920]
Treatment of returned soldiers [re. returned soldiers and elections, 22 September 1920]
[Editor: This untitled article, about returned soldiers and elections, was published in The Telegraph (Brisbane, Qld.), 22 September 1920.] [Treatment of returned soldiers] At Mr. Elphinstone’s meeting on Monday, Brigadier-General Wilson asked the electors to look into … [Read more...] about Treatment of returned soldiers [re. returned soldiers and elections, 22 September 1920]
The habitability of Australia [22 September 1920]
[Editor: This article was published in The Telegraph (Brisbane, Qld.), 22 September 1920.] The habitability of Australia What has science to say in answer to a question as to the population-supporting capacity of Australia? This subject is dealt with in a very interesting … [Read more...] about The habitability of Australia [22 September 1920]
The white man’s flag [by Mary Gilmore, 22 April 1920]
[Editor: This article by Mary Gilmore was published in the “For Worker Women” column (“Conducted by Mary Gilmore”), in The Australian Worker (Sydney, NSW), 22 April 1920.] The white man’s flag. An issue or two ago I used strong images and direct language in some verse … [Read more...] about The white man’s flag [by Mary Gilmore, 22 April 1920]
Song of Anti-White [song by Mary Gilmore, 8 April 1920]
[Editor: This song by Mary Gilmore was published in the “For Worker Women” column (“Conducted by Mary Gilmore”), in The Australian Worker (Sydney, NSW), 8 April 1920.] Song of Anti-White. (With special reference to the “Sydney Morning Herald” and other papers with a cold … [Read more...] about Song of Anti-White [song by Mary Gilmore, 8 April 1920]
Not disheartened [letter from Norman L. Beurle, 23 October 1920]
[Editor: This letter from Norman L. Beurle was published in The Argus (Melbourne), 23 October 1920. The Rev. Beurle was a campaigner in the temperance movement; this letter was written regarding the “local option” referenda held in Victoria on 21 October 1920.] Not … [Read more...] about Not disheartened [letter from Norman L. Beurle, 23 October 1920]
The great Mendax transmitter [short story by Erle Cox, 27 March 1920]
[Editor: This short story by Erle Cox was published in The Australasian (27 March 1920).] The great Mendax transmitter. By Erle Cox. He lives a retired, misanthropic life, in spite of his big income. Partly, I think, because he is without exception the vilest-mannered … [Read more...] about The great Mendax transmitter [short story by Erle Cox, 27 March 1920]
The Christmas Vision [poem by L. E. Homfray, 17 December 1920]
[Editor: This religious poem by L. E. Homfray, about the birth of Jesus Christ, was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 17 December 1920.] The Christmas Vision. Long we searched through every palace, Where the royal princes dwell, Seeking for the King … [Read more...] about The Christmas Vision [poem by L. E. Homfray, 17 December 1920]